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Jakarta, Indonesia – Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka attended the Harmoni Imlek Nusantara 2026 celebrations held at Lapangan Banteng, Jakarta, on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The event, a vibrant display of Indonesian cultural diversity and the Lunar New Year spirit, drew a significant gathering of political figures and dignitaries. According to reports, Vice President Gibran … Read more
Jakarta – Concerns are growing over a pattern of reckless driving involving drivers of Japan’s Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) class cars, commonly known as *Kei* cars, in Indonesia. Recent incidents, including a high-profile case in central Jakarta, have sparked debate about the factors contributing to this behavior and the potential risks to public safety. The … Read more
Jakarta – A recent controversy surrounding the funding of Indonesia’s planned free nutritious meal program for schoolchildren has been clarified by key government and parliamentary figures. Said Abdullah, Chairman of the Indonesian House of Representatives’ (DPR) Budgetary Committee (Banggar), has affirmed that the program’s funding, drawn from the national education budget, was approved by both … Read more
Political Wrangling in Indonesia as Golkar Party Defends Funding of Free School Meal Program Jakarta – A political debate is unfolding in Indonesia over the funding of President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship free school meal program, known as Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG). The Golkar Party has responded to criticism from the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle … Read more
The Weight of Expectations: When Returning Home Means Facing Judgment For many Indonesians working away from their ancestral villages, particularly in sprawling metropolises like Jakarta, the journey home for mudik – the annual exodus before Eid al-Fitr – can be fraught with complexities beyond logistical challenges and crowded roads. Increasingly, the mode of transportation itself … Read more
Jakarta – The Indonesian Endowment Fund for Education (LPDP) is currently calculating the amount of scholarship funds that must be returned by AP, the husband of DS, whose recent social media posts sparked public controversy. The calculation includes not only the principal amount of the scholarship but also accrued interest, officials confirmed Thursday. The case … Read more
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2026-02-25 15:38:00 JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – Kementerian Pertahanan (Kemenhan) membantah membekingi 105.000 unit mobil pikap dari India untuk kebutuhan operasional Koperasi Desa/Kelurahan Merah Putih (KDKMP). Hal ini disampaikan Kepala Biro Informasi Pertahanan Kemenhan Brigjen TNI Rico Ricardo Sirait saat menanggapi isu hibah empat mobil Mahindra Scorpio produksi Mahindra & Mahindra dari PT Agrinas Pangan Nusantara ke … Read more
Jakarta – The Indonesian national football team, affectionately known as the Garuda, is set to face Saint Kitts and Nevis in a highly anticipated FIFA Series match on March 27th, 2026. This international friendly, hosted at the iconic Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium in Jakarta, marks a significant moment for Indonesian football as it continues … Read more
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London, United Kingdom – Indonesia’s Minister of Religious Affairs, Nasaruddin Umar, will not face criminal charges related to the acceptance of a private jet flight from businessman Oesman Sapta Odang (OSO), after reporting the matter to anti-corruption authorities within the legally mandated timeframe. The decision, announced Monday by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), hinges on … Read more
Transjakarta Bus Collision on Elevated Route Injures Passengers Jakarta – A collision involving two Transjakarta buses occurred this morning on the elevated section of Corridor 13, along the Swadarma route heading towards Cipulir in South Jakarta. While the full extent of injuries remains unclear, authorities have confirmed that passengers have been evacuated and those with … Read more